Officials reported that a drone strike on a passenger bus in Ukrainian territory held by Russia resulted in the deaths of seven people. An additional 11 individuals were injured in the incident. The attack occurred early Wednesday morning on a bus operating between Moscow and Simferopol in Russian-controlled Crimea, according to Denis Pushilin, a Russian-backed leader in Donetsk.
Russian authorities stated that on Tuesday night, 350 drones were deployed. On the first day of Ukrainian counterattacks in Russian-held areas, at least 22 people, including women and children, were killed. “A UAV attack targeted a bus connecting Yenakiieve, Moscow, and Simferopol. Initial information suggests seven civilians lost their lives,” Pushilin said via Telegram on Wednesday. He added that 11 injured individuals are currently receiving medical treatment.
Russian officials reported that drones were intercepted and downed over Belgorod, Kursk, other western regions, as well as Moscow and the Sea of Azov. Regional administrator Alexander Drozdenko said at least 50 drones were shot down in the Leningrad region northwest of Moscow, which includes the city of Saint Petersburg. The city is hosting the annual International Economic Forum starting Wednesday. Due to the nighttime attack, Pulkovo Airport temporarily suspended flights, the Russian aviation regulator Rosaviatsia confirmed.
